1975 Ford Escort vs. 1968 Simca 1100
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Simca 1100 (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (40 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Simca 1100 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Simca 1100 (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1968 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Escort | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
